by Ashley Hammons | Nov 11, 2017 | Selling your home
YOU ONLY HAVE 10-SECONDS TO IMPRESS A HOME BUYER!
No matter how great the interior of your home looks, buyers have already judged your home before they walked through the door. Potential buyers will form opinions before entering your home. And you never have a second chance to make a first impression. You can test this out by looking through our current list of Greenville homes for sale. Pay attention to your own impressions based only on the first picture. Curb appeal is very important!
How To Make A Great First Impression with Curb Appeal
It’s important to make people feel welcome and safe as they approach the house. The second a potential homebuyer pulls into the driveway the clock starts ticking. Before that happens take some time to spruce up your home’s exterior. Take notes on which part of your house is visible as you are pulling into your street and as you pull into the driveway. There are many ways to pump up your home’s curb appeal. For example, inexpensive shrubs and brightly colored flowers near the front door will help draw the eyes right where you want them to focus.
We all know the importance of having a clean home when trying to sell, but many people forget that this rule extends to the exterior as well. Power washing the outside of your home is a sure-fire way to boost your curb appeal. It will take off any dirt and grime on the siding and windows leaving everything clean and shiny. The before and after of a power washed home is shocking, it really makes a difference. When a potential buyer pulls up to a clean house with sparkling clean windows, they know the current owner has pride in ownership. Pay attention to the smaller details as well when cleaning up outside.
- Make sure the sidewalks in front, the driveway, and walkway entering the home are all well swept, or power washed.
- Taking an edger or weed Wacker around the perimeter of your front lawn will do wonders too.
- Remove any yard debris that may be collecting in corners around the home perimeter or fence line.
- Inspect the paint on the exterior of your home and touch up any weathered or dull areas.
Last but not least the front door, the cherry on top of your home’s curb appeal is the front door, so dress it up a little. Take the time to really clean the screen door if you have one, especially if the door has any glass. Clean the glass inside and out for a lasting impression when they walk in and when they walk out. Use a brightly colored wreath or welcoming plaque to stand out in a sea of homes for sale. Aside from location and specific details in the home, the homebuyer’s decision will be heavily determined by the look and feel they get from that first 10-second impression. So, make it count!
by Ashley Hammons | Apr 21, 2016 | Real Estate Agent
Our Real Estate Agents Will Make You Feel Right At Home
AT Home Texas Real Estate has assembled a team of friendly and professional real estate agents that are experienced and will fill any market requirement that you may have. Whether you are looking to buy or sell a home in Greenville, TX, or Hunt County, our real estate agents will be more than happy to help. We’re a locally owned and operated agency that proudly serves North East Texas. We deliver excellent customer service and are committed to your complete satisfaction.
Our real estate agent team will do whatever they can to make sure that you’re comfortable with our performance. Our negotiation experts will always have your best interests in mind when it comes to helping you buy or sell your home. We also have the training and experience to help with:
• Luxury homes for sale
• Land for sale
• Short sale real estate
• 1031 exchanges
AT Home Texas Real Estate
Contact us now for a free phone consultation with a professional real estate agent. AT Home Texas Real Estate staff offers flexible appointment times to better meet your scheduling needs. We are fully licensed and insured to serve the Greenville, Texas, area. Our licensed real estate agents offer free home and market evaluations to all potential clients as well. Click here to get to know the AT Home Texas Real Estate agent team!
by Ashley Hammons | Apr 20, 2016 | Home buying & selling
NEW HOMES FOR SALE IN GREENVILLE, TX
If you are looking to purchase a new home or property in Greenville, TX, the skilled agents at, AT Home Texas Real Estate, can find whatever style of home or type of property you’re looking to buy. We’re a locally owned and operated agency that also sells new homes. We know the local market and will get the job done. We are experienced negotiation experts, and our real estate agents are fully licensed and insured.
COMMITMENT TO CLIENT SATISFACTION
Our friendly staff will make sure that we understand the goals of your new home search. We’ll make sure that we show you listings that have every item on your wish list. We strive to make sure that you see as many properties as necessary to ensure you have found your dream home or property.
Don’t hesitate to call us, at (903- 454-2824), if you’re searching for a new home. Our real estate agents will help you find property in the Greenville and Hunt County area. Our team will gladly provide a free phone consultation to discuss your needs. AT Home Texas Real Estate is the firm you can trust. We offer flexible appointment availability seven days a week, and we hope that you choose us for any real estate endeavor.
by Ashley Hammons | Feb 24, 2016 | Real Estate Agent
Do you have the right agent?
Choosing the right real estate agent can be detrimental to the sale of your home.In this market, there are A LOT of agents who sell real estate. Some of them are smart, efficient, focused, versatile and willing to go the extra mile. And some of them aren’t. How do you know who is the right real estate agent to sell YOUR home? An agent who is local is usually an area expert, but are they motivated to sell YOUR home?
Here are some questions to ask:
MARKETING
The days of agents just putting a For Sale sign in the yard and hoping for the best are gone. Look for an agent who does aggressive and innovative marketing, especially on the Internet. All MLS systems syndicate with 1000’s of websites BUT how is your agent going to make your house stick out, what creative marketing are they going to do to get buyers to look at your home?
- What is your marketing strategy?
- How do you go above and beyond for me?
- How is your marketing different from other agents?
- Do you use social networking sites to promote your listings?
NUMBERS
Numbers are important when selecting the right agent. Do you want a new agent, who only has your home listed and is very motivated for their first sale? Do you want a seasoned agent who already has a clientele built up, and can sell a home with their eyes closed?
- How long have you been an agent?
- How many homes did you sell last year?
- What is your ratio of sales price vs. asking price?
COMMUNICATION
Communication is vital when working with a real estate agent. If you want weekly updates, don’t choose an agent who plans to contact you only if there’s an offer. You want an agent who answers their phone or promptly returns phone calls. If you can’t get ahold of your agent, how do you think buyers can?
- Does the agent use text messaging or email communication?
- If you miss a call from me how quickly do you respond?
- Do you have a backup if you are unavailable?
- Do you have someone who can still help answer questions?
REFERENCES
Last but not least, CAN YOU PROVIDE ME WITH REFERENCES? Look on trulia.com, Realtor.com, or other real estate websites for reviews. Ask around, ask your friends who they would recommend. When speaking to an agent ask them if they have any references or any reference letters?
Feel free to ask any of our real estate agents detailed questions about their experience and skills to help you with any home buying or home selling needs.
References:
http://members.houselogic.com/articles/find-best-real-estate-agent-sell-your-house/preview/#ixzz3C5CRQZTI
http://www.frontdoor.com/real-estate/how-to-choose-a-great-listing-agent
by Ashley Hammons | Feb 24, 2016 | Buying a Home
What is REO or Real Estate Owned?
REO or real estate owned is when a foreclosed home does not sell at auction, the property turns into a real estate owned property. Then it is placed back on the market for resale to the public. Real estate owned or REO is a term used to describe a class of property owned by a lender. Which is typically a bank, government agency, or government loan insurer.
Give REO Properties a Chance
For a number of reasons, real estate owned properties are a better option for homebuyers or investors than foreclosed homes. Just like foreclosed homes, REO properties are in poor condition. However, unlike foreclosures, REO properties are maintained until the sale of the home. Maintenance like basic yard-work, locking up the property, and repairing leaky roofs are common. Along with general maintenance, homebuyers are also allowed to tour the property. You also have the chance to hire a professional appraisal performed before making an offer. Taking advantage of the appraisal option will also help with the negotiation process between your real estate agent and the bank. If these benefits weren’t enough to persuade you to purchase an REO property, then consider this, they are often cheaper than market value because the banks want them off of their books as soon as possible.
If you think you might be interested in an REO property, contact the agents at, AT Home Texas Real Estate.
Real estate owned properties are priced to sell! Anyone can purchase an REO property. The difficulty comes when trying to contact the person at the bank who is responsible for selling the lender-owned home. The professionals at, AT Home Texas Real Estate, are eager to help you find the right home. If you are excited about the opportunity to take a home that is in rough shape and turn it into your dream home for a fraction of the price, call us today!
